When was Curzac Castle built?

The castle dates from the early sixteenth century. Modifications took place in the twentieth century.

What can be seen today?

The castle itself, an eighteenth-century barn, and the remains of a chapel are protected. Sculptured granite fireplaces from the sixteenth century survive.

Why is this castle historically significant?

Its importance derives notably from the powerful families who owned and governed it.

Château de Curzac

Curzac Castle

Saint-Vitte-sur-Briance

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Where: Saint-Vitte-sur-Briance

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Château de Curzac stands in Saint-Vitte-sur-Briance (Haute-Vienne), in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region of France. The building is registered as a historic monument (dating recorded in the Mérimée database: first quarter of the 16th century). The building is privately owned and no visits are on record.

Curzac Castle, established in the early sixteenth century in Saint-Vitte-sur-Briance, Haute-Vienne, is a small stone castle whose historical significance derives from the powerful families who owned it. The building underwent modifications during the twentieth century, but retains period features including finely sculpted granite fireplaces from the sixteenth century. The protected ensemble includes a barn from the eighteenth century and the remains of a chapel.

What to know

The castle has been registered as a historic monument since 1994.
Access and visiting conditions are not specified: we recommend inquiring locally before your visit.
The sculptured granite fireplaces from the sixteenth century are the principal evidence of the original construction.

Where this château is

Saint-Vitte-sur-Briance · Haute-Vienne · Nouvelle-Aquitaine

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Address

87380 Saint-Vitte-sur-Briance

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Heritage status: Registered historic monument (inscrit); Mérimée record PA00132764
Period of construction: first quarter of the 16th century

Frequently asked

When was Curzac Castle built?: The castle dates from the early sixteenth century. Modifications took place in the twentieth century.
What can be seen today?: The castle itself, an eighteenth-century barn, and the remains of a chapel are protected. Sculptured granite fireplaces from the sixteenth century survive.
Why is this castle historically significant?: Its importance derives notably from the powerful families who owned and governed it.